Indicative price in South Africa
Security & CCTV
mid-range IP camera
Per camera installed, including cabling + setup. 4-camera home kit with NVR typically R8 000-R20 000 turnkey. Off-site monitoring is a separate monthly contract.
Guide only — actual quotes vary based on job complexity, access, materials, and urgency. Always get 2-3 quotes from verified local pros before committing.
Typical security & cctv jobs & what they cost
Concrete examples at the national baseline. Bands reflect normal variation — the same job can sit at the low or high end depending on access, materials, and urgency.
Most-installed residential system. Night vision and motion-triggered recording included.
Add-on to existing system or standalone WiFi camera. PoE is preferred over WiFi for reliability.
When old recorder fails or you outgrow it. Match camera tech (analogue vs IP).
IDS or Paradox panels are SA standards. Wireless options cost 30% more.
Top-of-wall electric fence. Includes certificate of compliance — required for insurance.
A note on these numbers
Bands come from rates published in our pricing guides, mixed with what we see Handi-za providers actually quoting across the country. They're starting points — not a fixed price list. Job-specific factors (access, height, asbestos, after-hours, time pressure) all move the needle. Treat this as the first 30 seconds of research before you start collecting real quotes.